What is the difference between REMS and other EMS agencies and what level of service does REMS provide?
Rice EMS provides advanced life support (with automated defibrillation capability) first response service to the Rice community and the surrounding streets. This means that REMS responds rapidly with a team of trained individuals that are capable both of evaluating medical illnesses and injuries and treating patients with the same equipment that would be found on any advanced ambulance. “First response” means that REMS provides rapid response and on scene interventions. REMS does not currently provide transport for its patients to the emergency room. If ambulance transport is required, then the Houston Fire Department is contacted.
